Afraid to Die, Afraid to Live
JOHN finds Mr. Harrison in his hospital bed anticipating an imminent leg operation, and this pastoral visit locates the fear of death under anaesthesia. And Mr Harrison does, later, actually die under anaesthetic. He was a 48-year-old labourer, alone in his world, seemingly without hope, looking at the distinct ‘perhaps’ of death – an eternal and an unknowable thing, which, like his life, he would have seemingly little control over. His hope for survival lay in more hard labour – more of the same. He was afraid to die, yet he was also afraid to live. Both living and dying were invitations to despair.
The Paradox of the Wounded HealerThe wounded healer is able to help people for the precise reason they themselves have been helped. They opened up a way forward to their own healing, by the Spirit’s help, and likewise they are able to show that way to those who require healing.
7 Questions to Ask Your Guardian AngelWhat are the best questions to ask my guardian angel? Can an angel reading help? If so.
What Kind of Questions Should I Ask a Psychic?What are the best types of questions to ask during a psychic reading? Are some questions better asked of a specific type of psychic, or should any intuitive, clairvoyant or spiritual advisor be able to help me with what I need to know most? The truth is, I like to categorize the best questions to ask a reader into very specific categories.
Angels and Archangels – Archangel Ariel Helps You Attract Ideal RelationshipsThe most important relationship is the relationship you have with yourself. Positive, supportive, accepting and harmonious relationships enhance every area of your life. A positive attitude, positive loving thoughts and emotions attract positive, loving relationships.
Who Is in Control of My Life?We may think we are in control but the only thing we can decide is what role God plays in it. Freedom to chose is strictly controlled by what thoughts are put into our heads and these come from an external force.
The Blood Of Jesus – Receipt For Your RedemptionAre you losing in your battles with the enemy? What do you have to show for your redemption? I have good news for you – the blood of Jesus is your receipt for your redemption! It is what you present to claim your goods from the enemy. This article gives the virtues of the blood covenant and how you can use it to overcome satan.
Loss of Feeling When Nerves DieNerves are vital for feeling anything. That means that only in a body with living nerves can we be restored and reincarnation is the way it happens.
Spiritual Expansion – Being In Conscious AlignmentWhen you hear the word integrity, what first comes to mind? Being in conscious integrity is being in alignment mentally, emotionally energetically, physically and Spiritually with your dreams and your financial goals.
An Introduction to Bible Quotes About LifeA look into a very famous bible quote about life from Psalm 23:1. The idea that a great life can be had when we live from a position of Jesus plus nothing equals everything.
Growing In My Catholic Faith – 5 Things Catholics Can Learn From Valentine’s DayValentine’s Day is not on the liturgical calendar as a feast day or a memorial. We don’t even really know who Saint Valentine was. February 14th has pretty much been commandeered by the candy and card companies as yet another commercialized holiday. What can we possibly learn about Catholic spiritual growth from Valentine’s Day? Quite a bit, actually. This article discusses five lessons we can draw from this day of romance.
A Different Path to the Apple: Benefits of the Metaphysical ApproachSometimes we chase the fulfillment of a need, or the solution to a problem, in the physical realm alone. This article offers a more fulfilling alternative with a startling true example.